As we all know that Christmas is celebrated to mark the birth of lord Jesus. People participate in daylong masses, invite their relatives and friends over to their place, organize hearty feasts, sing Christmas carols and dance- Is Christmas all about this??
Well to answer that we have more than a good meal, Christmas carols, dance and songs to this beautiful celebration of giving, love and compassion. The festival of Christmas mainly highlights the joy of giving. Millions of people across the globe decorate their homes with twinkling fairy lights, ribbons, bells, Santa hats, and Christmas trees.
Christmas is celebrated during one of the coldest months of winter. People all across the globe return back to the warmth of their home and family. The duration from Christmas to New year brings back every one to their loved ones, family and friends and most importantly to their safe haven- their home.
There are innumerable reasons why Christmas is the most widely celebrated festival or holiday around the world, but we have listed the most important ones in this article- Read on to find out!
The Homecoming
Christmas brings back everyone together under one roof- irrespective of whichever city or town of the earth they are living at. The coming back of our loved ones overwhelms us. Entire years stories, major to minor incidents, new additions, subtractions and multiplications that have taken place in the family- all become a part of one big family conversation.
Christmas Gifts
A festival like Christmas is incomplete without the inclusion of interesting and lovely Christmas gifts for everyone at home. People even gift their employees and staff too. Christmas brings out the true essence of gifting. Everybody becomes a part of the gala celebration. People start looking for the perfect Christmas gift item from the month of November. We want to give the best Christmas present to our loved ones.Â
Expression Of Gratitude
Christmas is the last festival or holiday of the year. Only 6 days are left in the year after the celebration of Christmas. The expression of gratitude is also a significant part of Christmas. We are grateful for every good and bad experience, major to minor events and beautiful and ugly turn of events that helped us sail through the entire year. We do not exactly show this, but deep down we are thankful and blessed to witness the upcoming year with our loved ones.
Spirit Of Giving
The spirit of giving is the other name for Christmas. We not only end up buying gifts for ourselves but also distribute gifts amongst the poor and the needy. People distribute clothes, food packets, blankets, etc to the needy. Christmas is all about giving. One of the noblest aspects of Christmas are to donate, create charities, and understand the importance of giving back to the society and the needy. Before Christmas, people all around the world start organizing charities in and around their localities.
Christmas Cakes And Other Delicacies
The taste of sour raisins, sweet aroma of Christmas cake can make anyone and everyone salivate. Maybe it’s because of the chilly weather or the Christmassy feeling in the air- the desire to gorge on a piece of fruitcake is inevitable. Christmas cakes are a significant part of the celebration.Â
Merry Making Time With Family
Christmas brings all of us closer to our loved ones. No matter wherever we have been, we come back to our family during this time of the year. We sit together, talk about all the good and bad events that took place in the entire year, we talk about happy and sad memories too. We even host get-togethers, parties and organize gala feasts. Christmas is all about coming together and merry making with your friends, folks and loved ones.
Good Food With Great Company
Families get togethers and parties always call for a sumptuous meal. Whether you go out for lunch or dinner or prepare it at home, it’s always about good food and awesome company. You can also opt for a potluck- where each one of you would cook something delectable and bring it on the table. With a great company of people, even the simplest food can taste good.
